The Overfalls completed their journey at 1:30 AM, they reported perfect weather and no problems with the hull leaking. They expect the repair to take 6 to 8 weeks and probably want return the ship back to Lewes til the Spring. RED

Bernheisel said the Overfalls would return to Lewes in spring. Construction of a permanent dock for the ship would cost about $750,000. Bob Humes, Overfalls foundation president, said the organization must raise about $300,000 to have sufficient funds to cover dock construction costs.

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It sounds like the community of Lewes is behind the project of raising the money needed. It's starting out small, but other businesses will get behind it too. Fundraising is a tough job, and this economy will make it a lot more difficult, but if the community sees the benefits, the job will get done.